# Great Teacher Onizuka (1997-2002) - **Summary**: "Great Teacher Onizuka," commonly known as GTO, is a manga series that revolves around Eikichi Onizuka, a 22-year-old ex-gang member and virgin who becomes a teacher. He decides to become a teacher after realizing the influence a teacher can have. Despite his unconventional methods and his past, Onizuka is dedicated to his students, aiming to be the greatest teacher ever while dealing with the challenges and realities of the Japanese education system. - **Director**: The anime adaptation was directed by Noriyuki Abe. - **Genre**: Action, Comedy - **IMDB**: 8.5/10